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Saturday, January 24th, 2026
Good morning, Tallahassee. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tallahassee chapter of Woodmen Life donated $25K to Elder Care Services to help expand and remodel the Meals on Wheels kitchen, which serves seniors. Construction will begin in June to address the growing need from a 500-person waiting list. WCTV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Florida will raise its minimum wage to $15 per hour on Sept. 30 (the final automatic increase under the Fair Wage amendment), affecting workers and small businesses statewide as annual hikes give way to inflation-based adjustments. Tallahassee Democrat
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Florida Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 320 to cut school district regulations and streamline tasks like teacher hiring and budget management. The measure now moves to the Florida House for review. WCTV
- ➤ Florida State University earned its 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, its third time receiving the honor, after a nine-month self-study that highlighted over 4,452 students recording 226,777 community service hours—reflecting strong local partnerships. Florida State University
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tallahassee is bracing for a week of freezing temperatures as a cold front will drop highs into the 40s and lows into the teens Monday and Tuesday nights — residents should prepare for icy roads and the chill throughout the week. Tallahassee Democrat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida lawmakers are considering bills to lower property insurance costs by rewarding homeowners who remain claim-free and by watching insurer affiliates more closely. The proposals, if passed soon, could ease high premiums across the state. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ City workers found what looked like a casket and bone fragments in Tom Brown Park during routine trail work. State experts and archaeologists are investigating the remains near a historic cemetery to determine their origin — further details will be shared as the probe continues. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Tallahassee and GDOT are sending crews to north Georgia ahead of an expected winter storm. About 100 GDOT employees and 17 city personnel on trucks + equipment will work to prep roads and support power restoration efforts in Marietta this weekend. WCTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Florida State's women's basketball beat SMU 73-51 on Thursday at Moody Coliseum, led by Jasmine Shavers who scored 22 points (including six 3s). The team will host Georgia Tech tomorrow at the Donald L. Tucker Center. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Godby senior Jaden Staten reached a milestone by scoring his 1,000th career point in a 55-37 win over Florida High on Tuesday, Jan. 23 (he added the 12 points needed with a crucial free throw). The Cougars, now 15-4, will face Rickards in a district showdown Friday. Tallahassee Democrat
- ➤ Florida A&M women’s basketball rallied to win 68-63 over Jackson State on Thursday at the Al Lawson Center, moving its SWAC record to 4-2. They will host Alcorn State today at 4 p.m. — coach Bridgette Gordon praised the win for its heart. WCTV
- ➤ Florida State women’s lacrosse will debut under first-year head coach Sara Tisdale with an opener against Stetson on Feb. 7 at the Seminole Lacrosse Complex — Tisdale, known for building strong programs, aims to boost the team’s competitiveness. FSU News
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Soulful Sounds in Tallahassee
7-9 p.m. — The Woman's Club Of Tallahassee — Tickets available — Experience a vintage-inspired evening of jazzy R&B and comedy with Acute Inflections.
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E. Marie's Dinner & Show: Sorry, Wrong Number
6-8 p.m. — TheStudio — Dinner Show — Experience a chilling suspense thriller that unfolds through urgent phone calls.
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Festival of New Music: Large Ensemble Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Ruby Diamond Concert Hall — Ticketed entry — Experience thrilling new compositions by Pulitzer Prize-winner Julia Wolfe and talented university ensembles.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
7-9 p.m. — Turner Auditorium — Reserved seating from $37 — Swing to the timeless classics of the Glenn Miller Orchestra at an electrifying concert.
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Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
1-5 p.m. — 2500 Pedrick Rd, Tallahassee, FL — Registration required — Participate in a fun-filled day of running with distances for all abilities.
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Tallahassee Marathon
7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority — Registration fees apply — Experience a scenic tour of Florida’s Capital City during this premier winter marathon event.
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Over the Edge Charity Event
11 AM – 4 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tallahassee — Raise $1,500 to rappel and support children's wishes with Make-A-Wish.
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Heart Concert
7-9 p.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Tickets from $74 — Experience the iconic sounds of Heart live in Tallahassee.
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Cirque Italia - Water Circus
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Governor’s Square — Ticket prices vary — Experience a breathtaking aquatic performance under the big top with dazzling acts from around the world.
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Local Band Showcase at The Bark
7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Bark — $10 cover at the door — Enjoy vibrant performances from BLAIRSTONE, CONFLICT OF INTERESTS, BACKWARDS DRIVING, OH!FAUNA, and BLAME.2.
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